Accountant I

Job Description

Job Description

Accountant I – Finance (Full Time, Days)

Location : Helena, Montana

The Staff Pad has partnered with a healthcare organization in Helena, MT, seeking an Accountant I to join their Finance team. This role applies accounting principles to maintain accurate payments, process purchase orders and manual invoices, and support timely and accurate reporting. The Accountant I serves as a liaison between Finance and Materials Management, helping to identify and resolve process issues while ensuring adherence to accounting standards. The position also assists with reconciliations, month-end / year-end reporting, and other financial tasks to support department operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Process accounts payable and maintain accurate financial records

Compile, prepare, and input data for reports, reconciliations, and journal entries

Serve as a resource for G / L-A / P coding and preferred practices

Collaborate with Finance and Materials Management to improve processes and communication

Assist with miscellaneous financial tasks, including month-end / year-end schedules

Qualifications :

High school diploma, HiSET, or GED required; two years of business, accounting, or vocational training preferred

1–3 years of healthcare or hospital accounting experience preferred

Strong verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills for effective communication with internal teams

Proficiency with arithmetic, accounting processes, and data entry

Ability to identify errors, recommend process improvements, and maintain accuracy in financial reporting